Learning Development jobs in South Africa

Sonata One is a rapidly scaling, regulated fund services and technology (fintech) business. We're The Private Funds Clearinghouse, connecting more than 53,000 investors with 6,500 funds and 180 fund managers around the globe. Our vision is to change the paradigm of private markets investing through harmonising the end-to-end investment process within one platform. Investors benefit from a seamless, one & done experience across the fund lifecycle (from fund selection and subscription through to settlement and reporting) underpinned by a globally compliant KYC passport and 24/7 support. Fund managers can raise capital faster at a lower cost from a wider pool of pre-approved investors. Founded in 2015, Sonata One has a presence in eight locations worldwide including the US, UK and Luxembourg, Guernsey, South Africa and Mauritius.

We operate as #OneGlobalThread in line with our values: We challenge the norm, we change the way we think and work, by connecting systems and people, while committing to our vision and each other. We are now looking to recruit an experienced Governance, Risk and Compliance Officer to join our global team.

The Governance, Risk and Compliance Officer will interpret and operationalise requirements across security, audit, and compliance frameworks. They will work with stakeholders across the organisation to ensure obligations are met, gaps are remediated, and evidence is collected and maintained. The role requires strong comprehension skills, organisational discipline, and the ability to manage multiple governance and compliance activities across jurisdictions.

• Manage SOC 2 Type 2 readiness, including evidence collection, remediation tracking, and coordination with external auditors.
• Review vendor SOC reports, ISO 27001 certifications, and other security documentation to assess vendor risks.
• Manage responses to vendor due diligence requests regarding the group's own controls.
• Maintain and enhance the compliance calendar, ensuring timely completion of policy updates, regulatory filings, and internal governance obligations.
• Coordinate with stakeholders to close audit gaps, gather evidence, and perform compliance testing where required.
• Support broader governance, risk, and compliance initiatives as the role expands.

• Strong ability to read, interpret, and operationalise requirements from SOC 2, compliance monitoring programs, policies, and vendor assurance documentation.
• Experience in assurance, IT audit, security compliance, GRC, or regulatory compliance (flexible).
• Demonstrated ability to learn new domains and upskill quickly.
• Strong organizational and communication skills. Ability to partner with key internal stakeholders to manage expectations and deliver outcomes.
• Qualifications: security-focused (e.g., Security+, CISA, ISO 27001) or governance/compliance-focused are beneficial.
• Comfortable working independently across time zones with minimal supervision – proactive upwards management, reporting and delivery of targets.

Being part of Sonata One provides a collaborative and inclusive work culture that values innovation and diversity. We believe in the power of our unique mission and we all work together towards that one single goal. We also believe in being real. We're not a big corporate. Everyone has an important role to fulfil, and your contribution will be an integral part of our success story.

• Private Medical Insurance – Comprehensive coverage to support your health
• Life Insurance – Peace of mind for you and your loved ones
• Income Protection – Financial support when you need it most
• Hybrid Working – Supporting work/Life Balance
• Annual Leave – With extra days that grow the longer you're with us
• Pension Scheme – Employee matched helping you plan confidently for the future
• Wellness Budget – Investing in your health with a gym membership
• Employee Assistance Program – Confidential, 24/7 support for life's ups and downs
• Enhanced Maternity, Paternity & Adoption Leave – Because family matters
• Career Training & Development – Ongoing learning opportunities to help you grow
• Paid Volunteering Day – Take time to give back to causes you care about